IR35 status review
A specialist reviews your contract and working practices and advises on your IR35 status.
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Contractor Accountants Who Take the Stress Out of Tax & Accounting
Contractors are usually self-employed or run lean limited companies - more flexibility, more growth potential, and more admin than most trades bargain for. Our accountants work with contractors and subcontractors across construction and trade every day, so CIS and IR35 are second nature, not a learning curve.
Upfront fixed pricingWhere the scope is clear
Construction & trade specialistsCIS and IR35 experience
No hidden costsEver
100% confidentialYour data is safe
TRUSTED BY CONTRACTORS
Experienced accountants. Proven results.
Experlu's accountants understand contracting and CIS, and deliver clear, compliant results, directly.
4.9/5Average rating from Experlu customers
100%Identity-verified accountants
4-stepQuality-check process for every accountant
UK-basedAccountants with CIS & contracting experience
CHOOSE THE RIGHT SERVICE FOR YOUR CONTRACTING BUSINESS
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Clear fixed prices where the scope is defined. Bespoke quotes for more complex work. If a job falls outside the stated scope, we'll explain why and agree a new price before any work starts.
Self Assessment tax return
Your Self Assessment return prepared and filed, including CIS deduction reclaims.
FROM£119 +VAT
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Annual accounts and Corporation Tax return for limited company contractors.
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VAT registration and quarterly returns as your contracting turnover grows.
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Structuring advice on the right setup as your contracting business develops.
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Payslips, RTI submissions and compliance as you take on employed labour.
FROM£6 per payslip
View service BUILT AROUND CONTRACTING. BACKED BY EXPERTISE.
We're here for every type of contracting business.
Whatever your trade, there's a route through.
Why contractors choose Experlu
- Specialist knowledge of CIS, IR35 and subcontractor accounting
- Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees
- Support for sole traders, CIS subcontractors and limited companies
- Secure, confidential and fully compliant
“Experlu sorted our CIS returns and year-end accounts without the back-and-forth we were used to. Clear pricing and someone who actually understands construction.”
OUR CONSTRUCTION & TRADE ACCOUNTING TEAM
Every accountant at Experlu is checked before they work on your contracting business.
We verify identity, qualifications and construction accounting experience - and monitor performance continually.
OUR 4-STEP VETTING PROCESS
1Identity & right to work verified
2Professional qualifications & references checked
3Construction and contractor accounting experience assessed
4Ongoing monitoring of client feedback
We only work with accountants we would trust with our own business.
HOW IT WORKS
Three steps. Then it is off your desk.
Choose your service
Pick a fixed-price package and check the simple scope list.
Pay securely online
Tell us the essentials and pay the price shown. Nothing hidden.
Your expert gets it done
A vetted UK professional takes over and keeps you updated.
CONTRACTOR GUIDES
Advice and insights for contractors.
Practical guides to help you manage your contracting business finances with confidence.
Browse all guides▤Construction accounting guideThe essentials for contractors.▣Finding an accountant for your construction businessWhat to look for.£Construction budgeting guideKeeping projects on budget.◈Should I set up a limited company?5 questions to ask yourself.%VAT when you're self-employedA quick guide to the basics.✎Tax-deductible business expenses in the UKWhat you can and can't claim.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Answers to the questions we hear most.
Do I need a specialist contractor accountant, or will any accountant do?+
General practices can handle basic compliance, but CIS deductions, subcontractor statements and IR35 status checks trip up non-specialists regularly. Our accountants work with contractors and subcontractors every day.
Can you review my contract and advise on my IR35 status?+
Yes. A specialist reviews your contract terms and actual working practices, then advises on your IR35 status and what it means for how you're paid.
I'm a subcontractor - can you help me claim back CIS deductions?+
Yes. If you've had CIS deducted at source, we can prepare your Self Assessment return to reclaim any overpaid tax.
Should I operate as a sole trader or set up a limited company?+
It depends on your income, plans and risk appetite. Through our tailored service route, a specialist will review your situation and advise on the right structure.
Do you understand IR35?+
Yes. If you work through a limited company on contracts that may fall inside IR35, our specialists can review your status and advise on the implications.
What if I work across multiple trades or have subcontractors of my own?+
That's common as contracting businesses grow. Let us know your setup and we'll confirm the right approach, whether that's a fixed-price service or a tailored plan.
How is pricing worked out for contractor bookkeeping?+
Pricing depends on the number of jobs, whether you have subcontractors, and the condition of your existing records. You'll see the price and scope before you commit.
How quickly can I get started?+
Fixed-price services can usually begin within days. Tailored enquiries are scoped after an initial conversation about your business.
READY TO SORT YOUR CONTRACTOR ACCOUNTS?
Get accounting support built for how you actually work.
Fixed price where the scope is clear. Ongoing support when you need it. A tailored quote for more complex setups.